{"product_id":"a-picture-book-of-jackie-robinson-isbn-9780823413041","title":"A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson","description":"\u003cb\u003eA moving, illustrated account of the first African American baseball player in the major leagues. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn April 1947, Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, and forever changed the history of sports. But it took more than talent for Jackie to reach the major leagues—his courage and determination helped him overcome unjust policies and racist backlash. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom his early life in Georgia through his 1955 World Series victory and beyond, this account of Robinson's life is an inspiring look at how one person can effect real change in the world.  Written in simple, narrative style and beautifully illustrated, this is a perfect introduction for young readers interested in baseball, history, and civil rights. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn authors note acknowledges some of the other pioneers in desegregating baseball, and a timeline of important dates is included. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor  almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has  profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly  illustrations combine with Adler’s \"expert mixtures of facts and  personality\" (\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e) to introduce young readers to history through  compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and  adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders  interested in history or who need reliable sources for school book  reports.David A. Adler is the author of many popular books for children, including biographies, math books, and Judaica. His strong interest in history and biography led to his bestselling Picture Book Biography series. He lives in New York State with his wife and family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Robert Casilla is the illustrator of several titles in David A. Adler's Picture Book Biography series, with subjects that include Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Jesse Owens.  He lives in Connecticut.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304072990949,"sku":"NP9780823413041","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823413041.jpg?v=1767720707","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/a-picture-book-of-jackie-robinson-isbn-9780823413041","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}